Johnson vs. Dillashaw: Why the Superfight Never Happened

Johnson claims the UFC offered him a fight with Dillashaw in 2016 but refused to meet his $1 million salary demands, leading him to decline the bout. He recalled Dana White telling him, "I can't pay what you don't bring in," a statement Johnson used to justify walking away.

Conversely, Dillashaw stated he was willing to drop to flyweight and even began cutting weight for the matchup after their time coaching on "The Ultimate Fighter." However, he claims the fight was canceled shortly after he agreed to the terms due to an injury.